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Publisher
Music Box Films
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
Hindi
Description
A fearless group of journalists maintain India's only women-led news outlet. All from the Dalit caste, the women of Khabar Lahariya prepare to transition the newspaper from print to digital while fighting for marginalized voices in the world's largest democracy. The film chronicles the astonishing determination of these reporters as they redefine what it means to be powerful.
Publisher
Shout! Factory
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
Dash and his best friend Assaf are preparing for another year at Tides High School muckraking on behalf of their widely distributed but little-read school newspaper, edited by their friend Verti. But just when a blossoming relationship between Assaf and Verti threatens to destroy the boys' friendship, Dash learns of the administration's cover-up that puts all the students in danger.
3) Network
Publisher
Warner Home Video
Pub. Date
2006
Language
English
Description
A television newscaster's mental breakdown turns him into a celebrity when the network tries to profit from his illness.
Publisher
Magnolia Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Legendary newsman Mike Wallace unflinchingly interrogated the twentieth century's biggest figures in over 50 years on the air, and his aggressive reporting style and showmanship redefined what America came to expect from broadcasters. Unearthing decades of never-before-seen footage from the 60 Minutes vault, this documentary portrait explores what drove and plagued this restless reporter, whose storied career was entwined with the evolution of journalism...
5) Press
Publisher
PBS
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Set in the world of newspapers in London, it's past riven by hacking scandals, it's present at the mercy of the digital age and the 24-hour news cycle, it's future uncertain, this razor sharp and observant drama explores the current, turbulent media landscape and the ethical dilemmas that journalists and editors face each day.
6) Street smart
Publisher
Olive Films
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
A New York magazine reporter on the verge of losing his job, Jonathan Fisher fabricates a story about prostitution that reignites his career and brings unwanted attention to a powerful pimp, Fast Black. The police, believing the story is true, feel they are closer to putting the notorious pimp behind bars. As pressure mounts for Fisher to reveal the identity of the lead in his story, he's unaware that Fast Black has plans of his own for the writer...
Publisher
Shout! Factory
Pub. Date
[2018]
Language
English
Description
A chronicle of the last 50 years of American music, politics and popular culture. This special documentary offers the unique perspective of a celebrated magazine that always understood that rock 'n' roll was more than just music; it was a cultural force that helped shape America and defined generations.
Pub. Date
2015
Language
English
Description
In the wake of the Genoa debacle, the team decides to use caution in reporting a major breaking story. Neal is contacted by an anonymous source in possession of stolen government documents; Sloan looks to solve a takeover puzzle. When the team attends the White House Correspondents' Dinner in Washington, Mac makes an unexpected acquaintance and Will gets a surprise.
10) Mr. Jones
Publisher
Samuel Goldwyn Films
Pub. Date
[2020]
Language
English
Description
Set on the eve of world WWII, Hitler is rising to power and Stalin's Soviet propaganda machine is pushing their "utopia" to the West. Meanwhile an ambitious young journalist, Gareth Jones travels to Moscow to uncover the truth behind the propaganda, but then gets a tip that could expose an international conspiracy, one that could cost him and his informant their lives. Jones goes on a life-or-death journey to uncover the truth that inspired George...
12) Broadcast news
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
c1999
Language
English
Description
Romantic triangle set in the world of television news. Tom Grunick is the perfect modern anchorman. He's got the smooth charm and handsome good looks that America loves. Jane Craig is the brilliant hot-shot producer, committed to fighting the trend toward flashy, style-over-substance "personality" news, whose job it now is to make Tom look like a newsman. Aaron Altman is the dedicated reporter, utterly devoid of on-camera charisma, who's jealous and...
13) True story
Publisher
20th Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
After journalist Michael Finkel is fired from The New York Times for embellishing a story, he learns that accused murderer Christian Longo has been claiming to be him. Hoping this story will save his career, Finkel begins interviewing Longo in prison. But soon, the men find themselves in an eerie game of cat and mouse in this psychological drama.
Publisher
Showtime
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"A revelatory four-part series from behind the scenes of The New York Times during the first year of the Trump Administration. Through extraordinary access and exclusive interviews, this series chronicles the tenacity of editors, journalists, and reporters who fight every day for the freedom of the press in their tireless pursuit of the truth, no matter the political cost or personal sacrifice" -- from container.
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